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Queen Jamie Brooks and King Brett Miller were crowned homecoming royality on Oct. 2.

October festivities and fun featured in fearful folio.

After Hours

Special Olympics preps for season Ellen Bakal Special Olympics invites students and groups of persons with special needs to take part in different sports all throughout the school year. Hersey’s team includes CLS students from current years and also alumni of the CLS department up to twenty-two years in age.

This fall season includes volleyball, floor hockey, and basketball. “We’ve won a few games, and the athletes are showing big improvements on their individual skills,” junior Hannah Mulroe said.

Mulroe and several other students volunteer as partners to the athletes attributing to the team’s success. “My favorite part about Special Olympics is getting to work with new people and befriending the kids, they always put a smile on my face,” senior Jordan Edwards said.

In order to prepare for the volleyball section of the season, Special Olympics has worked with the girls varsity and junior varsity volleyball teams to further develop their basic skills and ability to work as a team.

“It was uplifting to put a smile on their faces and help them out with learning how to play volleyball. Just from watching their games you could really tell that they were listening to what we had to say and we’re looking forward to seeing how they do in the future,” senior Dani Havel said.

“I like Special Olympics. The partners make it fun. I think if we all show up to practice we will get better,” said sophomore (Special Olympian) Kyle Holm.

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Schedule change?

McKenzie Mauer Instead of hearing talk in the hallways before winter break about what students plan to do with their time off, the biggest discussion is normally complaining about having to study during vacation. While most students wish that finals could take place before winter break, this idea has never been considered as more than just a wish. However, recent talks in the districts administration could lead to this wish and other schedule changes becoming a reality for all District 214 schools.

Although there’s a possibility of the school year starting early, this doesn’t seem to dissuade students from the change.

“I think that finals before break would be great because information wouldn’t be able to be lost over the two weeks and I wouldn’t have to worry about the stress of studying during my time off,” senior Abbey Farrell said.

Five different schedule change possibilities have been posted on the district website and will be included in a survey email that will be sent by the district to staff, teachers, students, and community members this weekend to get feedback on the possibility of these changes.

The main issue the schedule changes will address are the problems with the current final schedule. Winter break, for many, is consumed with constant worry and intense studying for the daunting exams that await students just a week after returning to school, or worse, forgetting all content that was taught over the semester.

Extra content is often packed into courses during the last week before break so that teachers can leave students with all information necessary before preparing for finals. In some cases, teachers wait to finish the unit or review until after winter

District considers calendar School considers schedule endars to the high schools so that families with students in different schools have their children on break from school at the same time. With the amount of feeder districts that have to be taken into consideration, our school having three itself, there are many moving parts that need to be taken care of before the change can become a reality.

In addition to the change of the calendar, it is also possible that the actual school day schedule may change at this school. The consideration of a nine-period school day is in talks amongst the administration here as well.

Last year, students were issued surveys from their counselors that inquired about a nineth period.

The surveys asked students if they had an extra period in the day, what types of classes they would be interested in taking. This provided an informal look as to how students would utilize their extra time. The survey indicated an eagerness to take a study hall from many students, while many also noted their desire to take more rigorous courses.

Many students say that they would love an extra period to fit in another AP class and raise their GPA. Others would designate the extra time towards taking a class that fulfills a graduation requirement, such as personal finance, which is a class that many students can’t fit into their schedule and have to resort to attending summer school or online to attain the credit.

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“I am very nervous about having two weeks off before finals and I think that having the tests before break would definitely help me get better scores and would also put my mind at ease before taking the tests,” freshmen Samantha Schoenfeld said.

Whi le benefits seem obvious to making this change, it is not as simple as just placing final exams before winter break. All of the information that is currently taught before finals, which means what’s taught until break and the week after, would have to be taught before winter break. However, this large task seems to be one that the district is willing to take on.

The idea of scheduling finals before winter break has been brought to discussion after District 211 made the switch. District 211 started on Aug. 27 this year, but made the official change for the 20162017 school year. Next year, classes for District 211 will start on Aug. 15, which enables final exams to administered before winter break. Consequently, students’ last day Would you do better on of school will be finals if they were taken on May 26, instead before winter break? of the second week of June.

This calendar change will not come without 50% - Yes, in all a slew of agreements classes and approvals. All of the District 214 feeder 25% - Yes, in some schools have to agree classes to the schedule changes and make adjustments 15% - I’m not sure to their own calendars in order for the change to 10% - No happen.

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D d you KN W? Chicago church catches fire

At about 6 a.m. on Oct. 7, the Shrine of Christ the King Church went ablaze. The 92-year-old church on Chicago’s South Side was undergoing renovations when workers spotted the fire.

Over 150 firefighters responded to the three-alarm fire.

It took three hours to extinguish, but no one was injured.

The expensive renovation will now be restarted.

The Shrine of Christ the King was a Catholic church, but was given historic status and went under the control of a religious order. This was not the first fire the church has encountered.

The building previously set fire in the 1970s. Damage from the first fire was well covered and unnoticeable to anyone who did not know the history.

The Divine Infant Jesus statue made in Spain in the 1700s was given to the church ten years ago was not destroyed in the fire and has served as a symbol to the priests that they need to rebuild the church.

“I think it’s good that they plan to rebuild because it shows how persistent the church is and how important Jesus is to them,” sophomore Linnea Solak said.

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Contest for DeLorean begins Chicago residents can add another reason to be a Cubs fan: the chance to win a DeLorean.

With the World Series quickly approaching, the Volo Auto Museum has declared it will give away its replica of the iconic sports car-turned-time machine from the 1985 film “Back to the Future” if the Cubs win this year’s World Series. The recipient of the contest will be chosen at random from online submissions and individuals who visit the museum before the Series concludes.

The promotion, which was announced in March, has gained significant attention among Cubs and “Back to the Future” fans; museum director Brian Grams stated in a Daily Herald publication that up to 1,200 contest entries had been received by the museum.

“I think that this is a really cool idea, and whoever wins the contest is a very lucky person,” sophomore Andrew Jacob said.

“Back to the Future Part II” infamously predicted the Cubs’ victory at the 2015 Series.

The Cubs have not been to the World Series since 1945 and have not won since 1908.

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PSAT offers insight on testing stances Kayleigh Padar

The PSAT is a standardized test that measures critical thinking skills in the areas of reading, writing and language, and math. Students had the opportunity to take the test, (which also determines National Merit scholars), on Wednesday.

This is year there are 428 sophomores and juniors who were registered to take the test; this is a larger number than there have been in past years.

From the Hersey class of 2015, seven students were awarded national finalists, 13 commended students, and two outstanding participants. In the class of 2016, there were three national semi-finalists and 16 commended students.

Assessment supervisor Kathleen Kaminski said, “The PSAT enables students who score at the highest levels to qualify for college scholarships and provides excellent practice for the National SAT test, which is another major college entrance exam.”

The PSAT test is designed to help guide students through high school. “It really allows students to compare their academic skills with those of other college bound students,” Kaminski said.

Sophomore Linnea Solak said, “I took the PSAT because it’s really good practice for the ACT and SAT, which I have to take later on.”

However, the test this year was drastically different from previous years. The redesigned system focused on a deeper understanding of skills that coincide with current research about what students will need to know in college.

The skills emphasize real world problems like understanding words in context, interpreting evidence, analyzing sources, basic math skills, problem solving in real word contexts, analyzing science and history, and U.S. government documents. There is no longer

•Kayleigh Padar receive their room assignStudents ments for the test on Wednesday. be a penalty for guessing; each correct answer earns one point.

John Dyer has been preparing students to take the PSAT for eight years. Before that, he tutored at Huntington. “The best way to prepare for any standardized math test is to do practice problems, so with that in mind the preparation for the test hasn’t changed from years prior.”

“However, the types of problems have changed; this means that the students this year are doing completely different kinds of math this year. For example, the old test only had algebra and geometry problems whereas this year there is also trigonometry problems and precalc concepts,” Dyer said.

Students will receive results for the tests in eight weeks in December. For more information on the PSAT, students can go to the test center in the ARC.

Program discourages drinking and drugs Jennifer Lechowski A program called ‘Link To g e t h e r Coalition’ is being introduced to help students un•Courtesy of Danielle Strauss derstand that ‘not everybody’ is drinking and and using drugs. This campaign is trying to reduce substance rates, specifically alcohol and marijuana use.

It started in 2010 with several community members who felt it was important to provide information to youth around the area concerning teen substance use. Another goal was to continue to build a society with people who support healthy teens and discourage substance use.

“Bob Leece, current SAP coordinator at BGHS, was one of these founding members and has helped

advocate for substance use prevention programming throughout District 214 and the surrounding communities,” BA Prevention Specialist Danielle Strauss said.

This program is being put into action full force during October and November this year. This opportunity allows students to have a voice, promote healthy choices, and have fun.

The board will work on a community youth drug prevention by following the EYPC, “Engaging Youth for Positive Change” model, which was developed by the University of Illinois. Here the meetings are currently being held on Thursday mornings from 7:30 a.m. to 8:20 a.m. in room 124 A. A program called Social Norms Marketing is being expanded. It shares positive messages (posted in front of the school) with students and helps them understand that most students are making healthy, non-use decisions.

Link together and Social Norms Marketing are planned to be long lasting programs. “The goal is to provide continued support of healthy choices and a healthy community culture,” Strauss said.

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ploratory stages,” principal Gordon Sisson said.

In addition to the students’ thoughts on the change, “I have many classes that didn’t fit into my schedule the administration needs to base their decision on the over my four years. I think that with an extra period opinions of teachers and parents.

I could have potentially taken classes that could have Sisson indicated that at least two-thirds of the staff given me more AP credit and more would need to be in agreement with classes that I was interested in,” Farthe change, and he would like an even rell said. bigger majority than that to be in On the other hand, some students agreement before the switch is made. feel that their schedules have already “A decision regarding the nine pebeen overbooked. “I already have so riod is expected to be made by the end many challenging classes, so if we of the year,” Sisson said. were to have an extra period, I would According to Sisson, the amount of definitely take a study hall,” freshteachers per students and the actual men Kayla Johnson said. classroom space has to be taken into While the surveys provided a account to see if the resources that general idea of the student body’s an extra period warrants even exists. thoughts on the change in schedule, There is a chance that the extra period more formal information needs to be would require extra staff and factors like these will be factored into the deacquired before any plans are made. •178 students polled; study cision-making process.

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•DJ Bergstrom ophomores S Ralitza Stavreva and Aleksandra Kowalski look confident while showing off their fashion foward glasses.

Glasses: from geek to chic Lauren Theisen

When people hear the word “nerd” they generally think of the large framed, circlular glasses, and braces, but now society is starting to change that stereotype. Glasses are becoming more and more of an accessory than just a piece of eyewear.

Instead of the classic circular black frames, companies have come out with different frame shapes, colors, and prints that make wearing glasses a fashion piece all on their own.

“I do believe that a lot of glasses and sunglasses are becoming more stylish and likable by buyers, so the people can be happy with how they look.

Also, I have a pair of fashionable sunglasses because I like how they look with my clothing. I choose the ones to keep me in style,” sophomore Taylor LaFayette said.

Not only are normal glasses becoming more fashionable, but so are sunglasses. The style of the frames are coming back from the past like aviators and many others. “I love wearing sunglasses that are a little different and more unique, so that I can personalize my look while also protecting my skin,” sophomore Abby Witte said.

Another perk to wearing sunglasses is that

they help to boost self-image. “Sunglasses make me feel confident because they make me look and feel cooler,” Witte said.

To continue with the stereotypical image of a nerd, people are starting to recreate that picture.

No longer are people with glasses considered nerds, but rather they are just people with bad eyesight or a sense of style.

Also sunglasses and other types of glasses are becoming a giveaway for parties and events. “I was given glasses for doing a 5K run and I got to wear them when I ran,” Witte said. The glasses provided a fun way to show that the person participated in the race and are outgoing.

Glasses also provide a way of showing intelligence and show that people are trying to improve their style in new ways that are no longer nerdy. Walking through the halls, people can be seen in rectangular and circular frames that are many different colors like blue and green. Prints like plaid and cheetah are also becoming popular.

Even though contacts are also common for school, glasses are now something seen as just a common accessory instead of something different and weird.

So while having 20/20 vision is great, those

with poor eyesight get the perk of showing their sense of style with the help of glasses and sunglasses for the outdoors.

•Sneh Pandya enior Jamie Brooks represents the homecoming court with her stylish glasses.

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Opinions October 16, 2015 Political correctness strays from truth Colette Tangney Between our first amendment and societal judgments, it’s clear there’s some sort of unspoken law within our culture for the words we speak. Political correctness, has ultimately attempted to purify language, many times by renaming, to move towards the most ‘neutral’ word possible.

‘Neutrality,’ as we know, can be seen as both a desirable stance or a degrading supplement; given this, the political standpoints on political correctness oppose just as much. For the most part, liberals strive to cleanse our language of anything they think could have offensive associations while conservatives argue that PC (political correctness) merely censors free speech.

Politically left or right-winged, most rational beings can agree that racism, sexism, and other discriminatory ideas are factors of ignorance along with wrongful generalizations. So why are they still embedded into our culture...most notably, our speech?

Now, despite the start of an erupting liberal tone, I am coming from an indifferent birdseye view of this current debate with the leading anti-PC defender, presidential nominee Donald Trump.

I understand his attempt of creating a more open political dialogue, but what millions of people, not just liberals, are outraged about isn’t his refusal to abide by PC but the discriminatory references he makes. In his announcement for presidential candidacy, he starts racial and nationalistic controversy when he states, “When Mexico sends its people, they’re not sending their best. They’re not sending you. They’re bringing drugs. They’re bringing crime.

They’re rapists.”

According to the United States Census Bureau, 17.4 percent of the 318.8 million American population have a Hispanic background, meaning Trump’s obsession with ‘speaking •Joshua Irvine the truth’ has moved his campaign platform from the point of kicking Whether heard about through Twitter parody out illegal immigrants, with focus accounts, liberals on talk shows, or actually wit- to the Mexican border, to racially profiling milnessed straight from a presidential debate, one lions of Americans. of the most noticeable pieces of Trump’s camMy goal isn’t to make everyone anti-Trump or paign is his fundamental view on PC via his even pro-PC for that matter, but to help people mock accents, his social media output, and even realize that it isn’t ‘cool’ when people take adin his slogan ‘Make America Great Again’ (many vantage of being ‘truthful’ just to use it for hurt times referencing our current demographic im- others, or in this case, win polls. Stay educated perfection). on what being ‘honest’ truly is.

Students fail to take advantage of environment Nate Horne Students need to take advantage of the plethora of opportunities they are given, if they choose not to, they should stop complaining about it.

My concern with this topic started when I heard a student say, “I hate this town, I can’t wait to leave.”

While I respect his determination to explore the world after high school, he shouldn’t have to dread the next two years of his life.

This town, school district, and area offer far too much to complain about.

I can’t deny that as I progress through high school, my urge to graduate and experience new things is quite prevalent, but I also remember that my life in this town is actually pretty amazing. ‍‍Our town provides so many options of happiness, from sports to night life to a genuinely good education, we are all privileged to live in such a great area. And what

angers me the most is watching students waste these opportunities and then complain about their lives.‍‍ ‍‍It shocks me, to start, that students don’t take advantage of opportunities such as football games or going to the Arlington race tracks, but then for them to complain about their boring lives is very hypocritical. ‍‍Students need to try to get involved and enjoy their time that they have in this town because it’s a lot more fun to be happy than it is to be bored‍‍.

Although we don’t live in L.A. or New York, living in the “847” is a lot better than living in a small desert town.

We students are so privileged to not only live where we can feel safe, but to also live where we can excel in life with a good education.

So pick up a newspaper or look online to see what events are happening this weekend in the Chicagoland area. There are many activities this area has to offer. Take advantage of the opportunities luckily given by our environment.

What do you think about the differences in options between males and females for Halloween costumes?

Costumes cause controversy

Jamie Anderluh

It’s no secret that male and female Halloween costumes differ–male costumes exemplifying what is “masculine”: muscle, power, and aptitude; female costumes parading what is “feminine”: delicacy, frailty, and, without a trace of subtlety, seductive qualities.

The idea that these traits would ever come to whole heartedly define a gender is, of course, upsetting. They are vast generalizations, present due to a society still bruised from patriarchal ideals.

Even more upsetting is the idea that these traits would be emphasized in something like a Halloween costume: a tradition, supposedly, of innocence and amusement. Let me be clear when I say that sexism and open objectification of gender isn’t either of those things.

Take, for example, the classic nurse costume. The occupation itself is one primarily held by

women. Studies from the “Census Bureau” and “Physician’s Weekly” note that, although women account for 91 percent of all nurses, men out earn them by 19 percent.

The staggering statistic is symbolized even in its respective costumes. Men dominate in the nursing world, even as a distinct minority to women. And, perhaps not by coincidence, male nursing costumes have the aesthetic of reallife scrubs–a costume representing aptitude and supremacy–whereas female nursing costumes are sexualized and undoubtedly impractical–a symbol for the lack of respect, wage gap, and indisputable inequality in women professions.

My point in this is to say that sexism is present in day-to-day life; it is not a far-off phenomenon, nor is it out of our hands. Though the choice of Halloween attire may not seem to be one of significance, it is, instead, a powerful choice. We have influence, and we must use it to represent gender with respect–for we can be the symbols of equality, rather than that of unethical gender roles.

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“I believe that there are different options. Different options are good, since the two genders have different viewpoints.”

Sophomore Dimitri Chiakulas

“The options are stereotypical because girl costumes usually have scandalous dresses while guy costumes are manly.”

Junior Danielle Mikeska

“Girl costumes tend to be more risqué.”

Freshman Nathan Snopko

“You aren’t going to see a girl dressed in a wrestling costume for Halloween. You won’t see a guy dressed in a skirt.”

Junior Jackie Bednar

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Winter break interrupts buildup to finals

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Among re- used to review for the final exam. cent converWhile some people argue that the sations, possi- break offers much needed time to bly moving first semester finals to the complete study guides and start reweek before winter break has been a viewing finals, we all survive sectopic. Some school districts, such as ond semester finals just fine without Maine Township High School Dis- a significant amount of time away trict 207, have already moved their from school. finals week. Although this change It might prove to be easier for stuwould mean starting the school year dents to take their finals before winter a week or two earbreak because they relier, there are some main in ‘school mode’ clear benefits to in the weeks leading making the switch. up to the exams.

However, it And while, yes, they seems as though may be able to relax the driving force of and more fully enjoy this conversation their winter breaks isn’t about the eduwithout the stress of cational benefits of upcoming finals hangmoving finals but Another victim of the skull-crushing ing over their heads, more about the lo- effect of studying over winter break. this aspect shouldn’t gistical benefits of be the driving force of students’ ability to the conversation.

•Joshua Irvine enjoy winter break.

Also, because the Students, when school day starts at discussing this possible change, have 7:30 each morning, and, according supported it because studying for to the National Sleep Foundation, their finals during winter break takes the school day shouldn’t start until at away from their supposed break least 8:30, students are already hurtfrom school. Instead, the focus of ing academically. this conversation should be placed After all, school is about achieving on the fact that the two week winter academic excellence, so the decision break interrupts learning. about moving first semester finals Often, teachers spend the first few should be based on what makes the days back from break reviewing the most sense academically for stumaterial that was learned before the dents. break. This backtracking takes away from precious time that could be

Technology: blessing or a curse?

Danielle Eriksson Within the past few years, technology has been more and more incorporated into the school’s learning system. Whether it’s homework, online quizzes, class worksheets, projects, etc., technology has replaced things that were once on paper. Deciphering if this is a good evolvement is very debatable, though.

Students must complete homework on the iPads and, in an increasing number of classes, submit the assignments to Schoology. Doing so requires wifi, unfortunately. I say this grievously because internet/wifi breakdowns or complications may hinder a students learning.

Plus, the assignments usually need to be submitted to Schoology before the next day (A.K.A. by 11:59 that night).

This defeats the purpose of the writing well and study hall. In previous years I have gone to school early so that I could receive help in the writing well on a homework assignment from the night before that I didn’t understand (which was on paper). Now, I can still do that, but the assignment will be marked late because of submit•Danielle Eriksson ting it after getting help on it or workigital folders on ing on it during Notability create study hall. no more need for Technically I can academic lockers.

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just submit the assignment before 12:00 and then still get help on it the next day, but the answers to that assignment are probably incorrectI hadn’t received help on it yet, resulting in a bad grade on the assignment.

Furthermore, we have been trained our whole lives to write on paper with a pencil, not on an iPad with a tiny stick thing. It takes me noticeably longer to do my homework on the iPad than it would take on paper-simply because writing on an iPad is more complicated.

Not to mention that the blue light on computers and iPads affects sleep. According to shutterstock.com, “Blue light, which is in the frequency of light emitted by cellphones, iPads, TV, and computer screen, has been linked to ocular degeneration as well as high levels of eye irritation, and more importantly decreases the output of melatonin (sleeping hormone). This delays the transition from wake state to sleep state.”

The hormone naturally makes people feel drowsy. “Exposure to blue light causes a disturbance of the CNS, which will put off melatonin production for 90 minutes and make falling asleep much more difficult.”

It’s common for students to get stuck working on homework into the late hours of night and I don’t think anyone will wait 90 minutes after finishing their homework (which so-happens to be on technology devices) before trying to fall asleep.

Plus, Notability, Google docs, and other apps have made it so that students don’t need actual folders or binders. This handy, but school is supposed to teach students how to be organized with their class folders and assignments.

As convenient as technology may seem, when mixed with school, it becomes inconvenient, annoying, and unnecessary.

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Music proves to demonstrate art

Nathan Kim

Some people utilize the visual aspects of art, using pencils and paint to derive emotion. Others use the written word, to carve images in the minds of its readers. Some people don’t consider music to be an art form, simply because it isn’t visual. Oppose to a book or a painting, music isn’t tangible, and it doesn’t last forever. Music fades away, the moment it is brought to life.

However, I’ve learned to appreciate the sounds strung from instruments, knowing that they will eventually fade to silence. All can appreciate music and correspond with the feelings it conveys. The beauty of any art form is that any individual can make his own interpretations, and find his solace through it. ‍ Music can light up the ears of the listener, and bring life to the empty silence that fills our world. A writer and composer both share the desire to express emotion through their work.

Even when the sounds slowly die away, the raw emotion wrought from its presence still remains.

Stigma haunts females Gracie Scannell

The term ‘White girl’ is thrown around often in the media, and also in everyday conversation.

The term is used to describe a stereotypical girl, liking things that an average teenage girl would like such as Starbucks and Ugg boots.

The stigma doesn’t just affect white girls, it is used to stop all teenage girls from enjoying things that are completely justifiable. The issue comes from the internalized misogyny that a lot of people have.

This term comes with almost a sense of shame, stopping girls from being able to like anything really. If someone likes something unique they are coined as a try-hard (to be different) but if they follow the sterotypical route they are considered stupid and looked down upon.

Our society needs to take a step back and recognize that teenage girls have valid feelings as well, and have the right to like whatever they please.

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Students fall in love with fall

•Courtesty of Olivia Basis Erin Smetana and Olivia BaJuniors sis explore a corn maze.

Lexi Wachal While the end of summer may give some feelings of contempt, many students are seeing the beauty and fun in autumn. With pumpkin patches, apple picking, Halloween, and more, these activities bring out theloved elements about this brisk season.

People have loved fall for everything, from the weather to the food. Fall means the pumpkin spice latte has returned, favorite TV shows come back, and turkey and stuffing await at the end of November.

Out of everything fall offers, everyone has a favorite. Even though there’s no consensus on

what to do during fall, students are keeping the fun closer to heart by choosing to take the time and spend the season with family and friends.

“Over the season I spend a lot more time with my friends, going to the city, haunted houses, and just being together. I love to clean and decorate my yard with all of my brothers; it’s a really great tradition,” junior Nina Trandel said.

On the other hand, some students find this time of the year as the perfect excuse for some much needed alone time. Junior Tara Daily said, “One of my favorite things to do during the fall is stay in my house by the fire and watch movies.

It’s usually cold out, so I don’t have to feel bad about not going out with people.”

When it comes to Halloween, there seems to be one overall agreement: there’s no wrong way to celebrate! Junior Adrian Holubek said,”I usually watch horror movies.”

While Daily said, “I like going to any Halloween party I can!”

“Traditions for me have shifted away from what they used to be, but I still do a little bit of them like pumpkin carving and going to corn mazes,” Holubek said.

“Traditions for me have always been big, whether it’s decorating my house or hanging out with friends, I always try keep the Hallowe en

spirit going,” Trandel said.

Out of all the fall favorites, the majority seems to be the unique weather. Holubek said, “I really like the weather and overall spirit of fall.” Many enjoy the transformation even if that means giving up our summer weather.

“My favorite part by far about fall is the gorgeous colors of leaves,and awesome weather. It’s the perfect balance of the insane Chicago weather,” Daily said.

There are the usual fall favorites, apple picking, haunted houses, Thanksgiving dinner, but the season of fall is more than just fun activities.

It’s a season of tradition and celebration.

Apple orchards cultivate student interest Heidi Freitag Pumpkin spice is back in action, which can only mean one thing: fall season is here. What comes along with fall season is the enriched smell of the famous Yankee Candles fall collection filling the air and all of everyone’s favorite foods and traditions.

Apple picking is one of the many traditions that is becoming more and more popular every year due to its laid-back yet connective properties.

“Apple picking is best when you do it in October because that is when the apple orchards are the busiest and have the most apples. When you pick apples in the fall, they turn out very juicy and sweet!” sophomore Mart i na Schneider said.

Apples aren’t just for eating; these crisp apples can be made into so much more such as apple cider, apple pie, apple chips, and the spectacular carmel apple.

“My favorite part of the ordinary apple is its crispness and perfect crunch that goes along with each bite,” Schneider said.

Apples come in all variations. Some people prefer the different texture and the different flavors of specific apples. Apples can be picked for all different purposes. “My favorite type of apple is Honey Crisp. I like those the best because they are juicy and sweet but

they also have that perfect level of tart. My favorite part of that apple is its crispness and perfect crunch with every bite,” Schneider said.

Different apples are best for different recipes.

Some people prefer certain apples for cooking and other apples just for snacking on.

Granny Smith, Gala, Mclntosh, and of course, the famous Honey Crisp are only some of the 7,000 varieties of apples that are available and ready for picking.

Apple picking can also be great for families and friends that want to get together and sip on some apple cider while seeing the colorful landscape.

“I like apple picking with my friends in the fall because it’s a good way to bring us together,” senior Celina Wilk said. The varieties of apples offer a different option for almost any taste bud.

Apples can be a simple food, but when fall comes around, it’s time to start picking and putting into consideration how apples can be used in our favorite fall recipes.

So, join the festive fun and start enjoying the brisk air this season by taking advantage of what this activity has to offer.

Savor and absorb every last bite to enjoy each crunch of an apple. After all, ‘tis the season!

•Heidi Freitag Martina Schneider enSophomore joying her Honey Crisp apple finds.

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Trick-or-treating disappears in age group Ellen Bakal As students get older, the change in maturity brings a slightly different meaning to once loved childhood memories. Halloween is nationally celebrated in many ways, but the obvious intention of children enjoying the holiday is slightly blurred for teens.

The day is incorporated into what seems like a month-long event.

Homes are decorated weeks in advance with festive, scary decorations. It’s all to extend the day itself, and most importantly add a flare for the kids going door to door trick-or-treating on Halloween night.

“I don’t trick-or-treat much anymore. As a kid we’d have fun class parties, and I ’ d dress up, but it’s died down,” junior Zach Blevins said.

Many question when it is too old to be trick-or-treating.

Most Halloween ads are surrounded around the entertainment of youth.

“I still go out trick-ortreating. As I got older, I realized I could stay out a little later than normal with my friends and not my parents. I tend to get a lot more candy this way,” freshman Mycaila Anselmi said.

According to history.com, trick-or-treating has been around for nearly 100 years in the United States.

Different elementary and middle schools put a personal spin on the holiday by

having classroom parties with the exchanging of candy and even parades showing off the children’s unique costumes.

“Trick-or-treating is a better opportunity for the younger kids. I wouldn’t want to take candy from little kids who put effort into their costumes,” Blevins said.

The holiday can tend to remind students of the excitement students once had when the holiday was more suitable for their age group.

“I used to love getting dressed up, but now the only way I trick-or-treat is if I take my little sisters out. It’s their favorite holiday,” junior Sara Wojnicz said. So, many students find themselves enjoying the holiday through the spirit of younger ones.

Although students consider Halloween as slightly underage, many students have found new ways in celebrating the holiday.

“All of my friends still like to hang out on Halloween, we just dress up less but hang out later,” Anselmi said.

On the other hand, some students like playing the role of what they once saw

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as the adult role. Meaning they like the maturity aspect they feel when they mimick the parent figure who stood behind and passed out treats to the fellow trick-or-treaters. “Sometimes just passing out the candy to all of the little kids coming around is the best part of Halloween.

The kids are all so excited, and it’s an easy job,” Wojnicz said.

Whether it’s the actual act of still trick-ortreating or switching to a compromised version of Halloween for a more mature age group, Halloween still holds a variety of traditions for everyone.

•courtesy of Emma Karman ophomores Emma Karman and S Lindsey Kalble sporting their still festive Halloween costumes.

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Entertainment October 16, 2015 Students shine beyond school stage Nate Horne

For many students, the thrill of performing can’t be limited to only a few theater productions a year, and two students in particular are making sure that’s not the case.

Seniors Cari Engelhardt and Luci Schmidt take their passion of theater beyond the high school level.

Engelhardt is currently a part of the production of Les Miserables through Spotlight Youth Theater, a theater group based out of Cary, Illinois with 11 different areas throughout Illinois and Wisconsin participating in the show.

With a cast almost three times larger than a high school cast including kids ages 8 to 18, performances over two weeks, and rehearsals only twice a week, community theater is much different than a high school production.

“I get to do three musicals year round instead of only one in the spring, and I get to work with many different directors and learn about the ways that they direct. Overall, I have just loved being a part of a community that is like a giant family that sings Broadway and Disney music 24/7. I never wanted to leave that community,” Engelhardt said.

12 hours a day, seven days a week; therefore, my arms would be extremely sore since my character works in textiles. I also have to figure out why I’m working, who I’m here for, what their relationship is to me, how my relationship is with the other workers, and so on and so forth, so I can portray this character to my fullest extent,” Engelhardt said.

All of the hard work is worth it to her though. “Theater gives people a chance to be someone else for a while; it can give you a break from the stress of tests and work and family, and you get to be in someone else’s •Courtesy of Cari Engelhardt shoes. I have met my best friends through theater and the fact enior Cari Engelhardt plays a part in ‘Cinderella,’ one of the many that I get to basically performances she has taken part play dress up and prein with her Spotlight Youth Theater tend all day with my group. best friends is so much fun, and I wouldn’t Working on her 19th show, trade that experience for the world,” Engelhardt is a seasoned veteran at Engelhadrt said.

Spotlight, and her expeWhile Engelhardt currently perrience is shown through forms out of school, Schmidt’s fuher methods of acting ture plan is to perform on a stage and analyzing a charslightly bigger than Hersey’s. acter. “Since I’m a fac“My plan is to hopefully be a tory worker, I have to get working actress.

Obviously it’s an into the mindset that I incredibly hard business to make it have been working for

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Dan Vesper What’s something on your bucket list?

I’d love to put a crapload of miles on our car and visit all 50 states to see as much as our country has to offer. There is a lot of stuff out there (not on your phone) to see and experience. Oh and I really want to go to Scotland and Ireland for a few weeks with my dad and two brothers and play as many of the old golf courses as possible.

If you could have any superpower what would it be and why?

Fly - hands down. No debate. My bucket list would be way easier to complete.

If there was a movie about you, what actor would play you?

Paul Rudd - he normally plays a dude that’s fun, but tells it like it is. He’s got a WAY better hairline and he’s WAY more handsome-or Robin Williams because of his hairy knuckles.

in, and I understand that, but my plan is to give it everything. I have to do what I love and try to make it work,” Schmidt said.

Making a dream come true is virtually impossible without working towards it.

“I’m applying to 11 different drama programs between here and the East coast: Pace, Ithaca, Juilliard, DePaul, Millikin, Western Michigan, AMDA (American Music and Dramatic Academy), AADA (American Academy of Dramatic Arts), Boston Conservatory, SUNY Purchase, and Rutgers,” Schmidt said.

After being a part of 17 plays, Schmidt knew that being a part of theater was the only path she wanted to pursue in life.

“Theatre has been the one thing that has kept me sane, and I don’t know what I would do without it. I mean theatre is how I describe my life, it’s who I am; I can’t see myself doing anything else. For example, I could never, ever sit behind a desk from nine to five doing stupid office stuff. To be an actor for a living would give me that creative outlet I need; it gives me the chance to do what I love everyday and get paid for it,” Schmidt said.

With Broadway as the finish line, Schmidt has only one true goal: “If I can make someone say “She’s a damn good actress,” from a performance or inspire a little kid to chase their wildest, craziest dreams, than I can happily say I made it. That’s the real dream scenario,” Schmidt said.

Horror television shows offer popular, spooky new genre Claire Durand As Halloween approaches, re-runs of vintage horror movies will commence their annual showing.

Horror fanatics will once again relish the time of year when their beloved horror slashers and thrillers, such as the classics like Michael Myers and Freddie Krueger, will be showing again.

Although, it seems that horror shows have been popping up prior to the spooky holiday.

Since 1925 with black and white grainy images, certain genres of shows have received their spotlight in the square boxes, and now it’s the ghosts’ and ghouls’ turn.

With prominent celebrities like Arianna Grande, Nick Jonas, Emma Roberts, Jamie Lee Curtis, Keke Palmer, and Abigail Breslin, FOX has produced a contemporary comedy and slasher, “Scream Queens”.

“I absolutely love ‘Scream Queens.’ It is another great show by Ryan Murphy that nicely mixes comedy with horror. This is a new refreshing show that is very funny,” junior Patryk Kot said.

Similarly, the show “Scream” just finished its first season, and fans are eagerly waiting for more.

More recently, though, “American Horror Story” premiered their fifth season on Oct. 5 with this season taking place in a hotel. Featuring the classic and familiar faces of Evan Peters, Sarah Paulson, Kathy Bates, and others, music artist Lady Gaga will be also sharing the spotlight.

“It’s my favorite show on TV. The acting is great and the cast is full of stars. The new season will be fantastic. Lady Gaga is a huge star, and the story seems scary and intriguing,” Kot said.

With horror as the new norm on TV, the attraction to this genre grows.

“They are popular; something new to watch and something we are not familiar with,” senior Kristin Farrell said.

“They are exciting and usually are mysteries, so they keep the audience guessing about what is going to happen,” junior Sarah Nalepa said. So it seems that the audience is giving these horror shows a thumbs up, not only because of the mysteries or famous actors and actresses in it, but also because of the shocking scenes they include.

“Horror shows use a lot more gore and bloody scenes in the show. The shows aren’t afraid of pushing the envelope,” Kot said.

“They make you scared, but excited at the same time,” junior Lauren Grabos said.

Just like all movies and shows, they have their slight flaws.

“I would like for the shows to go back to more original horror, so far they have become more about gore instead of spooky things that I personally enjoy more,” Kot said.

“I would make them more realistic. The stories aren’t always that believable,” Grabos said.

However, some people feel as though these shows don’t have much originality.

“I felt like they are all pretty cliche and similar to each other,” Farrell said.

Although horror shows have their kinks and small errors, they continue to dominate the screens.

So during the Halloween season, trick-ortreaters and viewers can grab some candy corn and experience the screams and jump scares of the rising horror shows before and after the spooky holiday.

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nouncer. So far, the chemistry between Harris and the announcers have been great, but I worry “Best Time Ever with Neil Patrick Harris” that may change depending on the person.

Even though celebrity prank segment was joined the NBC lineup on Sept. 15. The show previously filmed, I was entertaining, but liked that they brought I didn’t have the ‘best the celebrities on to time ever’ watching it. talk about it. This was The title seems okay a nice reminder that it at first glance, but was a real prank and the show contained not planned by both way too many segparties. ments and signs callWith segments ranging something the best ing from karaoke to ever. competitions against Calling Harris’s suit, the host, the show truly ‘the best suit ever,’ is has something for evnot a creative play on eryone to watch. words, but a lousy atThe lightheartedtempt at one. I really ness of the show as appreciated his interthey switched between action with the audisegments made watchence. He treated them • NBC photo ing it more relaxing and more like segment stars as opposed to viewers.

BC’s new show, “Best Time Ever enjoyable. I especially Harris also interwith Neil Patrick Harris” has fea- enjoyed the “Get Lucky” segment where an audiacted with viewers at tured many outrageous scenes, such home, which was a nice as this fire breathing one on Oct. 13. ence member is chosen to compete for prizes touch. It made the live as they are asked entertainment current event show seem more real.

At times I felt as though he was going too far questions.

The incorporation of facts into a seemingly into people’s lives, especially when they had no idea that it was going to happen. The sponta- goofy show was nice. The segment reminded neity of the gift giving was a nice touch to the me of one that might be found on “The Price is show. It was great to see people receiving a gift Right,” except without prices. The continued inclusion of the audience gave the show a friendly when they wouldn’t necessarily expect it.

Their reactions were a reminder that the vibe that seemed to last throughout the whole show is live, and while the host and announcers show.

The cleverly titled “End of the Show Show” may know what is going on, the audience does not. Every episode, there is a new star guest an- perfectly summarizes the whole show, goofy

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Now available on Netflix, stuffed with all of the iconic Wes-Anderson-isms one can crave, is the beautiful, outlandish, and enchanting “Moonrise Kingdom”.

Prepare for the heroic tale of a pre-teenage pair on the verge of love, angst, and adventure as they enter into an entirely unparalleled word.

They separate from institution and societal structure, only to find dazzling sorts of camaraderie and adoration in each other.

It’s a story of renouncing authority bundled within Wes Anderson’s entrancing world.

Most importantly, on such a marvelous journey, viewers can expect to form an intense admiration for Bob Balaban. He’s the narrator with an exceptional sense of fashion.

As the name implies, the app Craftsy is about crafts. But the name doesn’t begin to cover the amount of subjects this app contains. Craftsy offers online step-by-step video classes covering a large variety of crafts, including drawing, sewing, baking, painting, photography, and cooking. The classes come in varying levels of difficulty, so beginners can start with basic classes.

The app offers a variety of free classes which are good quality and extremely informative despite being free. Paid classes are also offered, but aren’t necessary to enjoy the app.

Craftsy is a great way for people to become more skilled at their favorite crafts, whether they’re beginners or professionals, on their own time.

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‘Law and Order’ comes back with a bang As a show that primarily focuses their efforts on plot-twists, law education, and a variety of story lines, NBC’s “Law and Order Special Victims Unit” came back full swing and ready to keep its fans on their toes.

Coming back for their 17th season, the show premiered on Sept. 23 with both a change in cast as well as a thriller opener to start the season off.

This terminal hit is perfect for first time viewers who are just looking for an electrifying crime show, but also doubles its value for those dedicated fans who can watch the growth and

progression of the cast.

In the first episode alone, what was once a basic serial killer case transpired into a deceiving department member with the perfect crime and secret to hide.

With Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) as the New York’s SVU’s lieutenant, she has evolved the show’s overall maturity through her personal character development both emotionally and ascending in the police department’s ranks.

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Universally‘ Panned’ I like to stick around in a theater after the movies over, mostly because ever since Nick Fury showed up in the end of “Iron Man,” every movie worth its tickets includes a post-credits scene.

In this case, I chose not to. Not because the movie wouldn’t have one - as a matter of fact, I guarantee the opposite - but because this movie (“Pan,” if readers didn’t get the pun in the title) was so hilariously bad that I didn’t want to waste another minute in that theater.

London, World War II. Peter Pan (Levi Miller) is a contemporary Oliver Twist as a resident of an orphanage run by an obese Nanny McPhee type.

It isn’t long, however, before he’s whisked away to the magical Neverland, where the immortal pirate Blackbeard (Hugh Jackman) mines desperately for the last remaining stores of Pixum, because the morons who wrote this have apparently never seen “Peter Pan.” However, our nearly unintelligible Boy Wonder (we get it, he’s British) is quick to escape alongside his new friends Smee and the dashing James Hook (Garret Hedlund) to join up with the native rebels and...okay, forget it. I am not wasting my time explaining this stupid plot.

Each character, more or less, encapsulates the term “one dimensional.” There’s Peter, a character so boringly heroic the best one liner he delivers is “Think a happy thought.” There’s Hook, who’s basically an Indiana Jones ripoff - hat and all. And there’s Tiger Lily (Rooney Mara), a character whose defining characteristic is the racial controversy surrounding her casting. Fun. The only remotely entertaining character is perhaps the psychotic Blackbeard, played by an almost unrecognizable Hugh Jackman.

Portrayed as a sort of evil Jack Sparrow (yes, this is a good thing here), Jackman provides pretty much the only entertainment in the whole flick...which is probably why he’s only on screen for about 20 minutes total.

“Pan” may very well be the very epitome of lazy writing - the plot is a step-by-step Hero’s Journey (ask the nearest English major and/or waiter in Hollywood if that’s something unknown) teetering on a pile deus ex machinas and quick cop-outs.

Because of this, there’s no tension, no sense of danger; we all know that somehow Pan and his bland crew are gonna ride out of danger on a flying pirate ship because.. why not?

The adventures my five-year-old self had in my backyard were better thought-out than this.

When the best thing about a movie is a rip-off of a Johnny Depp character, something’s gone foul.

Ugly, poorly written, and dull as can be, “Pan” is textbook trash. At least “Mortdecai” was funny.

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The journey continues School evolves over time

got a day off of school to take the bus down to U of I to cheer on our team.” The Orange Crush gained popularity in 2008, and remains influential today.

In only four years, students grow and change along with the building and traditions. “My favorite part of Hersey, as a senior, is being able to always say hello to familiar faces in hallways during passing periods.

As a freshman, my favorite part was meeting a ton of new people because I graduated with less than 50 people in eighth grade and didn’t know a lot of people at Hersey. Basically, keeping old friendships and making new ones really made me so happy to be here,” senior Michaela Leno said.

“As a senior, I think it feels great to lead a lot of the younger kids and set a good example, but my favorite part of freshman year was definitely meeting new people,” senior Mitch Mactivish said.

“I love this school. I hope that any future changes are with the good of our students in mind. If it benefits our kids, then it is worth every penny,” Schiferl said.

It’s likely that the school will continue to change and grow, and might even become unrecognizable to future alumni, however, developments are necessary to assist education.

since 1994, said, “My first couple of years, there was still a smoking room for teachers, and we used to have a male beauty pageant called Mr. Huskie.”

However, there are distinct things that have stayed the same.

Schiferl said, “The naked man statue has moved around, but he still looks the same.” The upstairs hallways still don’t connect and there still isn’t a pool.

Wold said, “As a student, I loved being part of a cheering section.

My sophomore year, our basketball team made it down state, and we

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It’s no secret that this school has changed since its opening in 1968, whether it was through new programs, renovations, or simply staff and students transitioning.

The school has even changed drastically in the four short years that seniors have been in the building.

Throughout the years, the school has undergone many renovations. Math teacher Shannon Wold was a student here before becoming a teacher, and said, “the physical building is different and a lot larger.”

The ARC has been remodeled numerous times. As technology improved, computer labs were brought in and moved around the school. At one point, the Writing Well was placed in the English wing. The Black Box was also added on in 1999.

“When I was in school no one carried backpacks; they were not allowed. We would carry only one or two classes worth of books and then we’d have to go to our lockers to swap supplies for our next class,” Wold said.

•Sneh Pandya There also used to be homehe naked man statue rooms, and students would liscurrently resides near ten to announcements instead the back entrance of the of watching videos of them. school.

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Band t-shirts take the stage Katherine Weimold

Recently students may have noticed that there are more people in band shirts around school. Many students find that wearing these t-shirts from their favorite band or concert provides, not only a great conversation, but an awesome new way to show some of their interest.

“I think people should have them because it’s a good way to express your interests and start conversations,” Sophomore Lilly Durec said. Durec owns a t-shirt from her favorite band, Twenty-One Pilots.

Although, it must be known that wearing and buying tshirts can be an expensive hobby to keep. Buying shirts from concerts has an average starting price of $30 and can go all the way up to $50. These high prices vary with both band and venue.

However, most students seem to be thrilled about joining the trend, despite the price tag that comes with it. Sophomore Kendall Krueger said, “Sadly I only own one [concert t-shirt], Pentatonix. I got it at their concert last winter. I really love when other people wear band shirts, though. Then I can see their shirt and say ‘hey, I like that band too.’ ”

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Students speak out about class rings Jennifer Lechowski

•Gracie Scannell Students use class rings to cherish their high school experience.

Class rings have been around for over 150 years.

The accessory originated in 1835 at the United States Military Academy at West Point. Rings are a tradition to symbolize a student’s high school experience and graduation.

“Class rings are a good way to remember what my high school experience was like,” sophomore Ivana Santiago said.

As years have progressed, class rings have changed in many ways. In the past, schools used to offer one style of ring. There was no variety, so it was a take it or leave it option.

Now, students are able to choose the style, shape, color, and karat of the ring. Students have the ability to design and personalize their ring from a large selection of choices.

“I think it’s cool that we’re able to pick and design our own ring to remember for years to come,” sophomore Ana Manrique said.

The vendor for Hersey is Jostens. Jostens allows people to share stories and celebrate achievements.

“It’s great to buy a class ring because it creates lasting memories. Also, it’s not only a ring, but it’s the ring you customized to your liking,” sophomore Kaley Diaz said.

Students remember experiences from their parents when they purchased the rings in their high school days.

Jostens also supplies teachers who have remained for 25 years with a class ring.

“Class rings are great for remembering high school memories,” sophomore Annie Durava said.

Recently, the Jostens ring vendor sold class rings during lunch hours.

Sophomores had an informational assembly including how and why students buy one. They had the opportunity to learn more about what a class ring stands for.

Class rings enable individuals to look back and think about the fond memories they had in high school. Students, other than freshmen, have the opportunity every year to buy the rings and continue to share a positive message about the high school experience.

Sports the Correspondent11 Football focuses on strong finish

October 16, 2015

Students have high hopes for MSL East title Kenzie Killam As winter is quickly approaching, one of students favorite times of year, football season, is also quickly approaching its end. Even though the regular season is almost over, the Huskies have no desire for their season to end soon.

“The season didn’t start out the way we wanted it to, but we’re on a three-game winning streak with two games left to make the playoffs and we’re feeling confident,” senior Jordan Edwards said.

The Huskies have been very successful in the East division so far, and hope to make it to the playoffs.

“Nathan Lebherz and Buzz Lindgren lead the defense well and are prepared every week. Owen Goldsberry has stepped up and is leading the offense,” senior Grant Warner said.

While everyone on the team contibutes to success, having leaders to guide the team in the right direction is an important component of the teams’ success.

In order for the team to accomplish their goals this year, there are things that they have been doing differently than other schools.

“The depth that we have at every position makes us really dangerous because our twos and threes are better than most,” Edwards said.

The team puts in effort on and off the field.

“Our preparation, speed, and physicality make us stand out,” senior Kamil Jackowski said.

Most of the players agree that preparation is of them to showcase their hard work. the key to success in football, both individually “We are a very tight team, we prepare and and as a team. work extremely hard. We are determined and Football is not a game that can be left on the focused. Our best football is still ahead of us,” field. The players dedicate much of their time Jackowski said. outside of practice to ensure that they have the best odds of beating their opponents.

“I study our opponents game film so I am prepared and I generally know what play is coming and I keep the defense working hard in practice so it translates in the game,” Warner said.

Throughout the season, the team has dealt with many ups and downs, especially when it comes to injuries.

With football being such an intense contact sport getting hurt is bound to happen, but the way the team deals with these setbacks has a difference on their game play.

“Injuries affect our team but the coaches always preach that the next man up needs to be prepared at anytime,” Edwards said. This added preparation helps the team to be successful no matter what state the players are in.

Regardless of the difficulties that •Sneh Pandya came up throughout the season, the enior Daniel Blair accelerates past a derough start, or the injured players, fender for a first down in a 35-14 victory the Huskies have been very successagainst Buffalo Grove. ful, and still have more games ahead

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Fantasy football frenzy excites fans Mark Milligan The rise in popularity of fantasy leagues has dramatically changed how fans watch and participate in sports.

The Fantasy Sports Trade Association reports that in 2015 there are 51.8 million people participating in leagues in the United States and Canada alone.

Sites like FanDuel and DraftKings offer more than $1 billion each in guaranteed cash and prizes each year and being able to bet on one’s favorite players is now a widespread form of gambling that doesn’t seem to be slowing down any time soon.

“I have lost and earned money off of FanDuel.

I am at negative $50 right now. It’s so addicting to make new teams every week,” senior Josh Seafield said.

However, fantasy football isn’t all about the money to be made. For some, it is about spending time with family or friends as well as show-

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ing off one’s knowledge of sports and the best players.

“I don’t do those sites like DraftKings or FanDuel. Fantasy football means more to me than just money,” senior Will Nicholson said.

During the 17 week fantasy football season, the competitive game dominates all many players’ spare time. An average fantasy gamer spends three hours per week managing their teams during the season according to Forbes, although some students are very committed to their teams and put in much more than the average.

“I spend about 15 hours a week reading articles, looking for possible trades, and waiver wire free agents,” Seafield said.

“I spend ten hours a week reading articles about my team, and look for trades to make it even better,” senior Adam Schill said.

“I put in very good hours, probably ten hours a week. I’m very committed,” Nicholson said.

Some students are so dedicated that they believe in their team even when it might not be in

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“We went to Arizona for six days this summer.”

“We get slurpees as a team about once a week.”

“Our top guys ran over 600 miles this summer.”

“We have a team breakfast about once a month.”

“We sing nonstop on bus rides home from the meets.”

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their best interest.

Despite low probability for success, many fantasy football gamers remain dedicated to their favorite players.

“Jamaal Charles is still the best running back in the league, even with a torn ACL,” Schill said.

Sundays are by far the busiest day of the week for fantasy football. There are so many games going on that it can be hard to keep up with all of the action.

“I check the fantasy app like every two minutes on Sundays to see how my players are doing,” sophomore Katie Lindgren said.

Fantasy has revolutionized not only how fans watch sports but also how fans view their favorite teams.

Some will even root for their fantasy team over their home team just so a couple more points can be added to their team’s progress.

“Fantasy really twists the way you cheer for [your favorite NFL] team so your [fantasy] team can be a success,” Lindgren said.

Cheerleading Sophomore Shannon Steines

“We are never allowed to say the word ‘moist’ (our coach hates it).”

“We break into song frequently- among our favorites are Hannah Montana and High School Musical.”

“You can find us at bdubs(Buffalo Wild Wings) after every Friday night game.”

“Little did you know that HVC stands for Hersey Varsity Cult(we are always with each other).”

“We are extremely close-we love to have team sleepovers.”

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Deans shot an 85 at the New Trier Invite on Oct. 3. He battled his way through regionals to earn a spot in sectionals on Monday, along with seniors Kevin Cooke and Danny Wolf, and sophomore Tommy Lumsden.

Senior Sammi Lee and doubles partner freshman Susan Below: Ferris celebrate winning a set at MSL Conference on Oct.8.

bove: Senior Danny Wolf sinks his par putt on A the 16th hole. Wolf shot a 90 on a windy day to play golf on a tough course.

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HWhat’s uddle: unique?

-Senior Nathan Stefaniak

“We have worked harder this year on improving our short game.”

-Senior Alexi Heidkamp

Football “We utilize two quarterbacks based on their passing and running strengths.”

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“We have a very strong team chemistry, and we hope to use that to win conference.”

“We are a good young team with a lot of talent up top.”

-Junior Emma Frankiewicz

-Junior Alex Filian